Smithfield Approves New Tethering Ordinance
In a unanimous vote, the Smithfield Town Council has approved a new tethering ordinance.
In March, Chief of Police Keith Powell presented a proposed ordinance...
Oldest Living Johnston County Veteran, Paul Otto, Dies At 102
Johnston County's oldest living veteran, Paul Otto, passed away on Sunday at the age of 102. JoCoReport featured Mr. Otto last September 7th when he...
Storms Cause Power Outages, Damage
Strong thunderstorms that swept through Johnston County late-Monday caused a number of power outages and scattered damage reports.
Town of Clayton electrical crews worked in...
Teen Cited In School Bus Crash
A teenage driver has been cited by police for causing a two vehicle accident involving a Johnston County school bus.
The accident happened at 6:55am...
Senator Brent Jackson: No Connection To Lindberg
Says check was not solicited
A local state senator says he has no direct connection to the man who has been indicted on bribery and...
Campbell Football Spring Game Set For April 13
BUIES CREEK, N.C. – Campbell’s annual football Spring Game is slated for this Saturday, April 13 at Barker-Lane Stadium.
The Camels will take the field at...
Troopers, JoCO Teen Drivers Produce Video Showing Dangers Of Distracted Driving
In anticipation of spring break and prom season, the State Highway Patrol is once again conducting Operation Drive to Live, an annual campaign to reduce...
Johnston To Purchase Water From Sampson County
An agreement has been signed between Johnston and Sampson County officials to allow Johnston County to purchase water from Sampson County.
The bulk water purchase...
Commissioners Honor American Legion’s 100th Anniversary
Johnston County Commissioners recognized the American Legion's 100th Anniversary last week. Commissioners adopted a resolution at their April 1st meeting at the Johnston County...
4-Way Stop Still Not Accident Proof
According to a 2018 study by JoCoReport, the intersection of Highway 42 East and Highway 96 North is the 28th most dangerous intersection in Johnston County. To...
